Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
subcoriaceus
ID:
659

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.F.Daniel, Letsara & Martín-Bravo

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Novon 22: 405 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315113

Common Names

  • Anisotes subcoriaceus
  • Subcoriaceous Anisotes
  • Subcoriaceous Anisotes Plant

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Description

Anisotes subcoriaceus (also called Subcoriaceous Anisotes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anisotes subcoriaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Anisotes subcoriaceus flower is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisotes subcoriaceus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Anisotes subcoriaceus

Anisotes subcoriaceus is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats mountain range.

Anisotes subcoriaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisotes subcoriaceus?

Anisotes subcoriaceus

What is the common name of Anisotes subcoriaceus?

Coriaceous Anisotes

What is the natural habitat of Anisotes subcoriaceus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Rokiman Letsara: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Letsara' in the authors string.
Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Santiago Martín-Bravo (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martín-Bravo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77137830-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.